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In 2nd State of Schools address, Philly superintendent says district is making progress, but more work is needed
The School District of Philadelphia reports some higher scores for third- through eighth-grade students, higher attendance and a lower dropout rate.
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Philly public school students have made some academic gains, but still lag behind nationally
The city's post-pandemic results on the 'nation's report card' were a major topic at the district's second State of Schools ...
How are Philadelphia schools doing? Takeaways from Watlington’s ‘State of the schools’ address
The School District of Philadelphia is accelerating,” Superintendent Tony B. Watlington Sr. said. “Long story short, the ...
Kensington students win learning challenge, become ‘principal for a day'
Two students at a school in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood got the chance to become "principal for the day." ...
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Traditional and neighborhood schools see improvements, says Philly schools leader in State of School address.
School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington Sr. touted the progress of the eighth largest school district ...
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Philadelphia’s schools are 'turning the corner,' superintendent says
Superintendent Tony Watlington says Philadelphia schools are “turning the corner,” but will national political battles slow ...
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Community meeting and school tours planned for residents of New Philadelphia City Schools
NEW PHILADELPHIA − A community meeting will be held regarding the city school district bond initiative at 6:30 p.m. Monday at the New Philadelphia Administration Building, according to district ...
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Philadelphia School District Wants to Bring More Diversity to the Teaching Ranks
The School District of Philadelphia is aiming to generate more interest among students of color to get into teaching, writes Vik Raghupathi for KYW Newsradio.
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Philadelphia schools face looming budget gap
The School District of Philadelphia is facing a massive budget shortfall in the coming year. Why it matters: If the district ...